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Austrian Hussars

Following up on the Prussian Hussars, I have two completed regiments for the Austrian side. First up are the Kaiser Franz Hussars. The Old Glory packs include lots of interesting details (for example you get a few mounted Grenadiers in Bearskins in the Austrian Dragoons + the mounted drummers), and in this case the Hussar Command includes a standard bearer and a trumpeter with Tricorne. I have not added the standard yet as I need to get a decent image and then figure out how to scale it correctly. I have really come to prefer the cast flags at this scale especially for something as small as a cavalry guidon.

Most countries Hussars did not. Old Glory's Prussian Hussars only have commanders and trumpeters. They do help a unit stand out in 10mm however, so I am with Peter with regards to using them on the table. I like the idea for my 15mm collection however, and may use your idea. Thanks

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